Record-Breaking Revenue
Dorman Products surpassed the $2 billion annual sales mark for the first time in its history, achieving a net sales growth of 4.1% year-over-year.
Strong Fourth Quarter Performance
Consolidated net sales for the fourth quarter grew 8% year-over-year to $534 million, with an adjusted operating margin of 17.5%, expanding 210 basis points compared to the same period last year.
Impressive Earnings Growth
Adjusted diluted EPS increased 40% to $2.20, and free cash flow in the quarter was strong at $63 million, allowing for the repayment of $54 million of debt.
Light Duty Segment Success
The Light Duty segment showed net sales increase of 11% year-over-year, driven by strong customer demand and new products, resulting in a 350 basis point increase in segment profit margin.
Cash Flow and Debt Reduction
For the year, cash flow from operations was $231 million, enabling the repayment of $94 million in debt and the repurchase of 856,000 shares.